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FCC Class B This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interfer- ence when the equipment is operated in a residential environment.
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If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact your distributor or sales representative immediately. Additional Information and Assistance Step 1. Visit the Advantech web site at www.advantech.com where you can find the latest information about the product. Step 2. Contact your distributor, sales representative, or Advantech's cus- tomer service center for technical support if you need additional assistance.
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Safety Instructions 1. Read these safety instructions carefully. 2. Keep this User's Manual for later reference. 3. Disconnect this equipment from any AC outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth. Do not use liquid or spray detergents for cleaning. 4. For plug-in equipment, the power outlet socket must be located near the equipment and must be easily accessible.
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Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien navh Angaben des Herstellers. Der arbeitsplatzbezogene Schalldruckpegel nach DIN 45 635 Teil 1000 beträgt 70dB(A) oder weiger. DISCLAIMER: This set of instructions is given according to IEC704-1. Advantech disclaims all responsibility for the accuracy of any statements contained herein. PCM-3524 User’s Manual...
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General Information This chapter gives background information on the PCM-3524 VGA- to-TV PC/104 Module. Sections include: • Introduction • Features • Board Layout Chapter 1...
Chapter 1 General Information 1.1 Introduction The PCM-3524 converts RGB video and sync from a standard VGA source into broadcast quality NTSC or PAL video. Composite and S- Video outputs are compliant with SMPTE-170M and CCIR-656 specifi- cations. A fully integrated 3-line adaptive flicker filter provides three selectable operating modes.
A pair of needle-nose pliers may be helpful when working with jumpers. If you have any doubts about the best hardware configuration for your application, contact your local distributor or sales representative before you make any changes. Generally, you simply need a standard cable to make most connections. PCM-3524 User’s Manual...
2.2 Jumper Settings Making the proper jumper settings to configure the PCM-3524 to match the needs of your application. Table 2.1: Jumpers JUMPER NAME Default Short Short RESERVED Open PAL_NTSC Short PWRDN Short RGB_OUT Short RESERVED Open YUV_OUT Short RESERVED...
PWRDN is shorted again. 2.2.3 RGB_OUT Enable (JP6) When opened to ON, the PCM-3524 is configured for RGB output, the COMPOSITE, LUMA, and CHROMA will output R, G, and B respec- tively. When shorted to OFF, RGB output is disabled.
DDC CLK 2.3.3 Composite Video Output Connector (CN5/J1) Signal COMP 2.3.4 DC Power Connector (CN6) Signal Signal +12V 2.3.5 DC Power Connector Jack (J2) 6~12V @ 600mA (9V Recommended) 2.3.6 S-Video Output Connector (CN7/J3) Signal CSYNC CHROMA LUMA PCM-3524 User’s Manual...
2.4 Switches and VR Table 2.4: Switches SWITCH FUNCTION RESET POS_U POS_L POS_R POS_D ZOOM BLANK OUPUT FREEZE OUTPUT FILTER MODE SELECTS SW10 OVERSCAN OR UNDERSCAN BRIGHTNESS All switches are pin-headers. Some sort of switches must be connected, such as a button switches. 2.4.1 Reset (SW1) Momentary contact reboots the system.
2-line 3-line 2.4.7 OVERSCAN (SW10) The video output is toggled between underscan and overscan. OVER- SCAN is only available at 640 x 480 resolution. 2.4.8 BRIGHTNESS (VR1) This VR adjusts brightness output. PCM-3524 User’s Manual...
2.5 Implementation of the PCM-3524 There are two basic ways to implement the PCM-3524 into your system: 2.5.1 Standalone The user may adapt an AC-to-DC power supply, plug it into PCM-3524’s CN6 or J2, and connect the VGA input to CN3 or CN4 to convert the VGA RGB signal into a TV signal.